Q:
Car starts as usual but as soon as you start to drive the car immediately dies.

asked by
Aaron
on
October 01, 2016

Took it to a mechanic he read the codes and said the cars oil pressure was reading high and that I probably needed some new wiring or a new valve and that he'd check then call me back. When he did call me he said I needed a new timing chain kit. What's the real problem?

My car has 160000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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If the timing chain is badly worn very badly, it may cause the engine to run poorly or not start at all. A badly worn timing chain usually comes with noises and a check engine light. Consider having another mechanic giving you a second opinion on what is causing the vehicle to stall.

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